Comparing two types of tendon grafts for ACL reconstruction

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study compares the healing and integration of two different tendon grafts, the peroneus longus and hamstring tendons, used in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgeries. Patients aged 18 to 45 with ACL injuries will be randomly assigned to one of the two graft groups. The study will utilize Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computerized Tomography (CT) to assess graft maturation and tunnel morphology at various intervals post-surgery. Additionally, clinical assessments will be conducted to evaluate knee stability and function in relation to the grafts used.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients aged between 18 and 45 years.
* BMI in the range of 18 to 28.
* Diagnosed with an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury preoperatively confirmed by MRI.
* Patients for whom it is deemed appropriate to harvest ipsilateral hamstring tendons or Peroneus Longus tendon for use as a graft.

Exclusion Criteria:

* History of previous surgery on the affected knee or ankle.
* Presence of multiple ligament injuries in the affected knee.
* Diagnosis of advanced osteoporosis.
* ACL injuries that occurred more than 12 months prior to surgery.
* Evidence of unstable meniscal injury on preoperative MRI, which may alter the postoperative rehabilitation process.
* Evidence of unstable meniscal injury on preoperative MRI, which may alter the postoperative rehabilitation process.

Where it's running

• Karadeniz Technical University, Orthopedic and Traumatology Department
  Trabzon, Turkey Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Fevzi Gurkan Aslan, Medical Doctor
• Email: fevzigurkanaslan@yahoo.com
• Phone: +905377085171

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.